The Azores: Small dots of bright green on the map

It may not have all the trappings of tourist-friendly Marrakech, but this medieval Moroccan marvel reveals its charms slowly, says Stephen Bayley

Aoife O'Riordain: How to reach your getaway by floatplane, cablecar, raft, funicular, paraglider and Shanks's Pony

This southern Swedish city hosts the Eurovision Song Contest final tonight. Steve Vickers sings its praises

Solving London’s aviation capacity crisis must make provision for flights to other parts of the UK, Sir Howard Davies has told The Independent

Forget all those boozing Brits. There's more to the famous Cypriot party resort than 'Sun, Sea and Suspicious Parents', says Tracey Davies

New York State's Long Island provided inspiration for F Scott Fitzgerald – and it's been doing the same for visitors ever since, says Aoife O'Riordain

Beach break or river cruise? Mountain trek or island idyll? Let Kate Simon be your guide to a great escape

Luxury hotels are taking hold in this communist corner of South-east Asia, reveals Laura Holt

Featuring vine-draped landscapes, imposing towers and former cigar factories

Eurostar's latest service takes you straight to the heart of foodie France. Andy Lynes climbs aboard

Simon Calder: The man who pays his way

'Miami Beach is gorgeous and the city has such a buzz'

The Grand, Brighton

From Tiny Islands to Duplo Valley and the Herrenhausen Palace

The Hedonist: What to see and where to be seen

A summer escape to Corsica

Sixty years after the first successful ascent of Everest, Sue Watt finds ancient temples, royal palaces and rooftop restaurants

'We visit Puglia a lot. The food, the people, the whole place is amazing'

From heated pods and Caledonian barges to micro-region festivals

The Man Who Pays His Way

What's in store for Paris's iconic Hôtel de Crillon? Samuel Muston takes the long view

Whether you’re gearing up for a festival or planning a family holiday under canvas, we’ve got it pegged

This Cornish town has long enchanted creative visitors

From Miami's South Beach and building with Lego to Armenia visas and art friezes

Heathrow has been at the hub of a blazing row